City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Brussels vs Singapore — Budget Breakdown
Numbeo 2026 country rankings (cost indices) and OECD 2025 PPP rates · April 2026
Feasibility
Brussels
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 54.9 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo may not cover basic costs in Brussels.
Singapore
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 77.4 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo may not cover basic costs in Singapore.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Brussels | Singapore | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $839 | $1,039 | $200 |
| Groceries | $217 | $158 | +$59 |
| Dining Out | $146 | $51 | +$95 |
| Transportation | $30 | $33 | $3 |
| Utilities | $142 | $64 | +$78 |
| Other / Misc | $126 | $155 | $29 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Brussels
$1,500
per month
Singapore equivalent
$2,115
per month
You'd need $2,115/mo in Singapore to match $1,500/mo in Brussels.
Other Budget Levels
FAQ
Can I live in Brussels on $1,500/month?
Living in Brussels on $1,500/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Budget allocates ~$839 to rent, $217 to groceries, $146 to dining.
Can I live in Singapore on $1,500/month?
In Singapore, $1,500/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Allocations: $1,039 rent, $158 groceries, $51 dining.
Is Brussels or Singapore cheaper?
Brussels is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Brussels 54.9 vs Singapore 77.4 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Brussels worth in Singapore?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Brussels equals ~$2,115/mo in Singapore using COL adjustment.